What is the cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Calais?

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Calais is to bus which costs €21 - €50 and takes 7h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Calais?

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Calais is to drive and car ferry which takes 3h 40m and costs €40 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Calais. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Calais via London Victoria and Dover. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Calais. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Calais Ville via Reading, Paddington, London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Calais?

The distance between Basingstoke and Calais is 460 km.

How do I travel from Basingstoke to Calais without a car?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Calais without a car is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs €75 - €250.

How long does it take to get from Basingstoke to Calais?

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Basingstoke to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Calais bus from?

Basingstoke to Calais bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Calais train from?

Basingstoke to Calais train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Calais?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Calais is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs €75 - €250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €50 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Calais bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Calais bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

What is the time difference between Basingstoke and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Basingstoke. It is currently 6:06 AM in Basingstoke and 7:06 AM in Calais.

Where does the Basingstoke to Calais train arrive?

Basingstoke to Calais train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

How do I get a train ticket from Basingstoke to Calais?

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Where can I stay near Calais?

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Basingstoke to Calais - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Eurotunnel

There are 5 ways to get from Basingstoke to Calais by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, car, car train, train, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Villetrain Tgv
5h 32m
€75–249
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Doverbus 700 / ...
3. Take the bus from Dover to Calaisbus 700 / ...
7h 35m
€21–46
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
2h 38m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calaisbus 700 / ...
8h
€34–70
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3h 40m
€41–71

Basingstoke to Calais by train and subway

1Weekly Services

5h 32mAverage Duration

€75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 460.2 km
Duration: 5h 32m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Calais, France?

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Calais Ville via Reading, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Lille Europe in around 5h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Calais via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Dover in around 7h 35m.

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